1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Tundra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |